1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 389 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Caprice | 505 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |